Project Accountant

Construction Project AccountantOur client located in Frisco, TX has a need for Construction Project Accountant. This is an onsite, direct hire opportunity.Company ProfileConstruction and ProcurementConstruction Project Accountant Role:The Construction Project Accountant will serve as a critical financial and operational partner supporting construction and procurement initiatives across the organization.This individual will oversee project costing, budgeting, reporting, invoicing, procurement related accounting workflows, and financial analysis tied to active projects.This is not a traditional transactional accounting role. The ideal candidate will understand how project activity impacts financial performance and will be able to communicate project financial status clearly to leadership.The role requires someone highly detail oriented who can operate independently in a lean accounting environment while managing multiple active projects simultaneously.Key Responsibilities:• Manage accounting activities for construction and project based operations including job costing, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting• Review and reconcile invoices, purchase orders, subcontractor payments, and change orders• Prepare project cost reports, variance analyses, and financial forecasts• Track project expenditures and identify potential cost overruns or savings opportunities• Collaborate closely with accounting, procurement, and project management teams• Maintain accurate financial records and support month end close activities• Assist with audits and financial documentation requests• Support process improvement initiatives and accounting controls• Provide clear financial notes and reporting narratives explaining project financial movement• Manage high volume project activity in a fast paced environmentConstruction Project Accountant Background Profile:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferredApproximately 5 to 7 years of project accounting experience preferredConstruction accounting experience strongly preferredExperience supporting construction, oil & gas, procurement, or project based environmentsExperience with Procurify required/preferredStrong Bill.com experience requiredQuickBooks and QuickBooks Enterprise experience requiredAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills requiredStrong understanding of project cost controls, financial reporting, and budgetingAbility to work independently with minimal oversightStrong communication and organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneouslyBenefits and FeaturesSalary plus Bonus401k with 3% matchPTO and Holiday PayHealth Benefit Packages